Maradona Death Trial Begins in Argentina: Medical Team Faces Negligent Homicide Charges
A new trial began in Argentina over soccer legend Diego Maradona's 2020 death. Seven members of his medical team face charges of negligent homicide after Maradona died from a heart attack at age 60.
A court in San Isidro, near Buenos Aires, started a new trial Tuesday over the death of soccer icon Diego Maradona. Seven medical team members are charged with negligent homicide after the 1986 World Cup champion died from a heart attack in November 2020.
The court will hear testimony from nearly 100 witnesses as prosecutors argue the medical team was negligent in caring for Maradona. This is actually a retrial - the first case collapsed 10 months ago due to a scandal involving a judge.
Maradona was 60 when he died and had been recovering from brain surgery at the time. He's considered one of the greatest soccer players ever, leading Argentina to World Cup victory in 1986.
The medical team could face prison time if convicted. The trial puts a spotlight on medical care standards for high-profile patients in Argentina.
This case could set important rules about how doctors care for famous patients. It shows that even celebrity medical teams can face serious criminal charges if patients die due to poor care.
The court will hear from nearly 100 witnesses. No timeline given for when the trial will conclude.
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